Finance and Accounting Associate

Overview

Axlerator is hiring a Finance & Accounting Associate to support finance operations and operational reporting across a diverse portfolio of entities. The role involves managing complex accounting and reporting requirements for multiple business types, including GAAP-based consolidated reporting and cost accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across all entities in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including consolidated financial statements and intercompany eliminations.
• Perform complex account reconciliations and variance analysis across the consolidated group and at the individual entity level.
• Manage cost accounting and project-based reporting, cost tracking, invoicing, and government-required reporting and multi-entity accounting and group-level reporting.
• Support budgeting, multi-year forecasting, and rolling cash flow projections at the entity and consolidated group level, with KPI dashboards and variance reporting.
• Develop and implement frameworks for AI adoption and automation within finance operations, leveraging tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, Power BI, and Tableau to modernize workflows.
• Demonstrate experience leveraging AI tools and advanced Excel capabilities—such as Power Query, Power Pivot, and automated workflows—to streamline financial processes, reduce manual effort, and improve reporting efficiency.
• Enhance and maintain accounting policies and internal controls ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and government contracting standards; support external audits inquiries.
• Mentor and develop Junior Associate-level team members while collaborating cross-functionally with operations, finance, and executive leadership to build scalable financial infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Preferred.
• CPA, and/or CMA certification; Preferred.
• 3-5 years of accounting and finance experience with exposure to multi-entity structures, government contracting, or investment entities; public accounting background preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including Consolidation, Revenue Recognition, and Leases, Cost Accounting, and DCAA compliance; familiarity with SEC reporting concepts is preferred.
• Systems & Tools:
• Microsoft Excel (advanced)—pivot tables, financial modeling, and complex formula proficiency.
• Deltek Costpoint or Deltek Vantagepoint; Preferred.
• QuickBooks Online and/or QuickBooks Enterprise Suite; Preferred.
• Power BI or Tableau for financial dashboards and data visualization; Preferred.
• AI productivity tools including Claude and ChatGPT integrated into finance workflows; Preferred.
• Additional ERP exposure (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central) preferred.
• Soft Skills & Professional Attributes:
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership mindset; comfortable operating in a fast-moving, multi-entity environment with high attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communicator who can translate financial insights for both technical and non-technical audiences; collaborative, self-directed, and comfortable championing AI and automation tools.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and sound professional judgment in handling sensitive multi-entity and government contracting financial data.

Benefits

• 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
• Healthcare (FSA)
• Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
• Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
• Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
• 401K Matching

Accessibility

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact careers@axleinfo.com

Disclaimer

The above is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job, or responsibilities as needed.

Salary Range

$75,000 - $90,000 USD